The Manage Her

Aimee Rickabus

The Manage Her is where motherhood meets leadership, and invisible work gets the spotlight it deserves. Hosted by entrepreneur and author Aimee Rickabus, this show empowers women to reclaim their roles as CEOs of both home and business. With real conversations on emotional wellness, boundaries, feminine leadership, holistic living, and raising the next generation—this is your space to rise, restore, and lead on your own terms.

  1. By 2045, Sperm Counts Could Hit Zero: Vida Delrahim on Trimester Zero & The Male Fertility Crisis | Ep 60

    2D AGO

    By 2045, Sperm Counts Could Hit Zero: Vida Delrahim on Trimester Zero & The Male Fertility Crisis | Ep 60

    Send us Fan Mail Vida Delrahim was 14 weeks pregnant when her OBGYN went silent and said the words she'll never forget: "I'm so sorry. There's no heartbeat." A year later, after a second miscarriage with no medical explanation, she got a phone call from her best friend Ronit — who had lost her pregnancy the same week. WeNatal was born from that call. In this episode, Vida sits down with Aimee to talk about the fertility conversation no one is having: that men are 50% of the equation, that sperm counts have dropped 50% in two generations, and that Dr. Shanna Swan's research projects we could effectively reach zero sperm by 2045. She unpacks "trimester zero" — the 90 days before conception that may matter more than anything else — and why the term geriatric pregnancy is one of the most damaging labels in modern medicine. If you've ever been told you're "too old," that your labs are "normal," or that fertility is "a women's issue" — this conversation will change how you think about your body, your partner, and the future of reproductive health. Head over to wenatal.com/THEMANAGEHER to start your WeNatal routine today, and receive a free magnesium supplement ($30 value) with your first prenatal subscription. Connect with Vida & WeNatal: Website: https://wenatal.com Instagram: @vidadelrahim · @we_natal TikTok: @wenatal Connect with The Manage Her: Web: https://www.themanageher.com IG / TikTok / YouTube / LinkedIn: @themanageher

    56 min
  2. Work-Life Balance for Ambitious Women: Cherylanne Skolnicki on Burnout, Perfectionism & AI | Ep 59

    APR 27

    Work-Life Balance for Ambitious Women: Cherylanne Skolnicki on Burnout, Perfectionism & AI | Ep 59

    Send us Fan Mail Work-life balance for ambitious women isn't about perfection — it's about core strength. So says Cherylanne Skolnicki, founder of Brilliant Balance, who has spent years helping high-achieving women answer one question: how do you build a big life without burning yourself out in the process? In this episode, Aimee Rickabus talks with Cherylanne — former 15-year Procter & Gamble executive, leadership coach, and host of the Brilliant Balance Podcast — about what real balance looks like for women in their peak years. Cherylanne shares: - Why balance is core strength, not equal sides of a scale - The "complexity curve" and why your peak years feel impossible - Why perfectionism gets you to the top — and stops working there - High care + low trust = an inability to delegate - Why women cannot afford to sit out the AI revolution - How podcasting became the "free front door" of her coaching business - What she'd do differently if she were starting today Whether you're a working mom in survival mode, a woman entrepreneur learning to delegate, or a high achiever recovering from perfectionism, this conversation will give you a smarter, more compassionate framework for designing the life you actually want. 🔗 CONNECT WITH CHERYLANNE SKOLNICKI: Instagram: @cskolnicki / @brilliant_balance Website: https://brilliant-balance.com LinkedIn: The Brilliant Balance Company 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE MANAGE HER: Website: https://www.themanageher.com Instagram: @themanageher YouTube: @themanageher TikTok: @themanageher LinkedIn: @themanageher

    40 min
  3. Holistic Motherhood Wellness: Dr. Laura Brayton on Self-Care, Chiropractic & Preconception Health | Ep 56

    APR 6

    Holistic Motherhood Wellness: Dr. Laura Brayton on Self-Care, Chiropractic & Preconception Health | Ep 56

    Send us Fan Mail Self-care is not selfish — it's mandatory. So why do so many moms wait until they break to finally take care of themselves? In this episode, Aimee Rickabus talks with Dr. Laura Brayton, doctor of chiropractic, pediatric specialist, functional medicine practitioner, and host of the Well-Adjusted Mama podcast, about what holistic motherhood wellness actually looks like in practice. Dr. Laura shares: - Why chiropractic care is safe all three trimesters and how the Webster Technique helps position baby for a smoother birth - The preconception detox she recommends starting six months before trying to conceive — for both partners - How environmental toxins, household products, and stress are directly impacting fertility and epigenetics - The connection between nervous system regulation and making empowered decisions as a mother - Why it's okay to pivot your career for motherhood — life is written in pencil, not Sharpie Whether you're planning for pregnancy, navigating motherhood, or feeling the weight of doing it all, this conversation will help you understand why putting yourself first is the most powerful thing you can do for your family. 🔗 CONNECT WITH DR. LAURA BRAYTON: Instagram: @drlaurabrayton Website: drlaurabrayton.com Podcast: Well-Adjusted Mama Practice: hobokenchiro.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE MANAGE HER: Website: https://www.themanageher.com Instagram: @themanageher Full show notes: themanageher.com

    40 min
  4. Returning to Your Feminine Nature: Chelsea Ann on Healing, Motherhood & the 2027 Shift | Ep 54

    MAR 23

    Returning to Your Feminine Nature: Chelsea Ann on Healing, Motherhood & the 2027 Shift | Ep 54

    Send us Fan Mail What if the burnout, the disconnection, and the identity crisis you're feeling is actually your body telling you you're out of your nature as a woman? In this episode, Aimee Rickabus talks with Chelsea Ann O'Brien — integrative nurse practitioner, author of five books, and holistic healer — about the deep, often uncomfortable process of returning to your feminine nature in a world that's conditioned women to operate like men. Chelsea shares: - Her journey from extreme wealth to spiritual surrender — and why she gave it all up - How epigenetics during pregnancy shapes your baby's health, emotions, and future - The mother wound vs. father wound — and how they silently run your relationships - Why she believes a massive feminine shift is coming in 2027 - How women have lost their intuition and replaced it with manipulation and control - The heart-opening process — why healing requires feeling, not thinking - How to redefine success based on your nature instead of society's dangling carrot Whether you're a working mom questioning everything, a woman in transition, or someone searching for what feels authentic, this conversation will challenge you to slow down and ask deeper questions about who you really are. 🔗 CONNECT WITH CHELSEA ANN: Instagram: @chelseaanneffect Website: https://chelseaanneffect.com/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE MANAGE HER: Website: https://www.themanageher.com Instagram: @themanageher

    1h 20m
  5. Mom Running for State Senate: Kristina Irwin on Parental Rights, Education & Fighting for Families | Ep 53

    MAR 16

    Mom Running for State Senate: Kristina Irwin on Parental Rights, Education & Fighting for Families | Ep 53

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when a mom sees what her kids are really being taught — and decides the only answer is to run for office? In this episode, Aimee Rickabus talks with Kristina Irwin, a mother, first-generation immigrant, and candidate for California State Senate District 24, about the moment COVID lockdowns revealed what was happening inside her kids' classrooms and why that moment changed the course of her life. Kristina shares: - How she went from frustrated parent to grassroots write-in candidate earning 6,300 votes - Why she says public education has become indoctrination - The California bills threatening parental rights — including AB 495 (what she calls "the kidnapping bill") - How the Palisades fire destroyed her children's school and what rebuilding has looked like - Why Prop 36 forced Californians to "vote to make crime criminal again" Whether you're a mom navigating what your kids are being taught, a parent who feels unheard by your government, or someone who's thought about stepping into leadership but didn't know where to start, this conversation will remind you that your voice — and your vote — matter more than ever. 🔗 CONNECT WITH KRISTINA IRWIN: Instagram: @kristinairwin2026 Website: https://kristinairwin.com Donate: https://www.efundraisingconnections.com/c/KristinaIrwinforStateSenate2026 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE MANAGE HER: Website: https://www.themanageher.com Instagram: @themanageher

    57 min

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The Manage Her is where motherhood meets leadership, and invisible work gets the spotlight it deserves. Hosted by entrepreneur and author Aimee Rickabus, this show empowers women to reclaim their roles as CEOs of both home and business. With real conversations on emotional wellness, boundaries, feminine leadership, holistic living, and raising the next generation—this is your space to rise, restore, and lead on your own terms.

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